TASTY TUESDAYS
Gems of The Valle D’Aosta
High amidst the Alps, in the northwest corner of Italy one will find the Valle D’Aosta. It is the smallest and least populated region in the entire country. Dense forests, imposing mountains, and a yearly cool climate make this place more of a skiers playground than a place for vineyards. But one must never underestimate the power of the vine and the stubbornness of the human spirit.
The wines of the Valle D’Aosta are unabashedly mountain wines. They are lean and spry on the pallet; driven by acidity, and with aromatics that wrap around you like a gusty mountain breeze.
The Di Barro Winery farms 10 acres in these hills, producing less than 2,000 cases of wine a year and focusing on native varietals such as Mayolet, Petite Rouge, Fumin, and Petite Arvine. They are committed to environmental sustainability, minimizing interventions in the vineyards and the cellar, which I believe aids in their wines ability to express the mountainous terroir so well.
Di Barro Mayolet: the Mayolet grape was rescued from extinction in the 20th century, and is very difficult to grow. It is light to medium bodied, with focused aromatics of black current, wild flowers, and spices. $29.99
Di Barro Torrette Superieur: 90% Petite Rouge, and 10% other native varietals (Cornalin, Vien de Nus, Premetta, Vuillermin, Fumin…). Fuller bodied than Mayolet. Bursting with crunchy cherry, cranberry, and raspberry fruits, cinnamon spice and stony minerality. It reminds me of a Cru Beaujolais with an Italian attitude.
$32.99
Di Barro Petite Arvine: this grape is actually from Switzerland. But its ability to handle the frigid weather makes this wine perfect for the Valle D’Aosta. It has flavors of crisp citrus, stone fruits, and white flowers. Along with strong acidity that will help it develop well over time.
$32.99
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Vassie, The Wine Guy
L’Arco Has Landed
These wines are first-come first-served. I want everyone to enjoy these special bottles, but once they are gone, they are gone until the next offering.
2022 L’Arco Vino Rosso - $37.99 - Corvina, Rondinella, Sangiovese Grosso, and Molinara. Minimum 12 months in traditional Botti barrels, released 3 years after harvest.
2022 L’Arco “Arcum” - $52.99 - Decalssified Ripasso. Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara. Set in tank for over 6 months, then 20 months in large Slavonian oak barrels.
2021 L’Arco “Pario” - $84.99 - Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara. Set in tank for 6 months, then blended and aged for 28 months in Slavonian oak barrels.
2020 L’Arco “Rubeo” - $89.99 - Cab franc, Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara, Merlot, and Cabernet. Set in tank for 6 months, then blended and aged foe 40 months in Slavonian oak.
FREE Friday Wine Testing
09-05-2025 - 5:00 - 7:00 PM
The lineup is one white and three reds:
Concilio Trentino Chardonnay
Barale Fratelli Dolcetto d’Alba
Muri- Greis Alto Adige Lagrein
Agelo Negro Langhe Nebbiolo
SEPT WINE TASTING
WEDNESDAY, September 24, 2025
from 5:00-6:00 PM • $40/per person
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
This September we have the pleasure of hosting Christina and Marco Doria of Doria Wines. We will be tasting through six wines from their portfolio, two whites and four reds, each with their own unique style and expression of place.Charcuterie will be offered along with the wines being tasted. This is NOT A DINNER. To make a reservation contact Vassie, at 410--224-1330 Or reserve online using the form below.
TASTY TUESDAYS
09-23-2025
Di Barro Mayolet $29.99
Di Barro Torrette Superieur $32.99
Di Barro Petite Arvine $32.99
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